Ranch-Style Beans

Tender pinto beans swimming in a super flavorful chili tomato base deliver a soul-satisfying dish that will please everyone. Busy weeknight dinners just became a breeze with these incredibly easy ranch-style beans. And they pack a flavor punch that goes with just about everything!

Course dinner, Main

Cuisine American, Southern

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Soaking Time 8

Total Time 9 15

Servings

Calories 360kcal

Author Imma

Ingredients

1 pound (450g) dried pinto beans
6-8 cups (1.5-2l) water for soaking
2 tablespoons (30g) canola oil
1 small onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons (30g) tomato paste
1 teaspoon (9g) brown sugar
1 tablespoon (8-9g) chili powder
1 teaspoon (2-3g) ground cumin
1 teaspoon (1-2g) dried oregano
1 teaspoon (2-3g) smoked paprika
salt and pepper to taste
6 cups (1.5l) chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

Optional toppings

shredded cheese
green onions
chopped cilantro

Instructions

Rinse the dried pinto beans under cold water and remove any debris. Transfer them to a large bowl and cover with water. Soak the beans overnight or for at least 8 hours.
Drain the soaked beans and set aside.
To a large pot, add oil and diced onion. Sauté for about 3 minutes, then add the garlic and saute for another minute or until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add in the soaked beans and stir for about a minute, then add the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, let the beans simmer, and cook for an hour or more, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender.
Add more broth or water to adjust the thickness to your preference.
Adjust the seasonings to taste.
Serve hot with your desired toppings such as shredded cheese, chopped green onions, or cilantro. You can also serve this over rice or with cornbread.

Notes

Save time with a quick soak. Bring them to a boil in water for a couple of minutes, then remove them from the heat and let them sit for an hour
Drain and rinse the beans for better flavor and digestion
A pressure cooker is another time saver, giving you tasty beans in 30 minutes
Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe

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